Polymers for Healthcare

Knowledge of the major families of polymers used in the biomedical field.

1) Unique Characteristics of Polymers for Biomedical Applications and Major Families of Polymers Used

2) Description of Application Families

3) Discussion of the concept of synthesis and the relationship between structure, properties, and specifications

Hourly Volumes*:

CM: 3:00 p.m.

TD: 5 H

Be able to identify the criteria for selecting a polymer based on the intended healthcare application.

Understand the major families of polymers used in the healthcare sector.

Organic Chemistry (L3 Level)

Basics of Macromolecular Chemistry

Basics of the Viscoelastic Properties of Materials

2-hour final written exam:

• Authorized documents: No
• Non-graphical calculators allowed: yes
• Internet access allowed: No

Course: Materials available on the digital learning platform (Moodle): Course materials, tutorial materials, past exam papers.

1. Introduction to Polymers in Healthcare: (1.5 hours)

- Areas of Application

- Review of the concepts of macromolecular structure and properties

- Specific characteristics of polymers in healthcare (sterilization, regulatory aspects)

1. Polymers and Applications in Healthcare: (3.5 H)

- Implants

- Tissue engineering

- Release of active ingredients

1. Synthesis of Polymers Used in Healthcare (5 hours)

- Controlled radical polymerization

- Ring-opening polymerization

- Multifunctional polycondensation

1. Polysaccharide Biopolymers in Healthcare: (5 H)

- The major classes of natural polymers

- Polysaccharides of therapeutic interest

- Therapeutic applications of polysaccharides

TD (5 hours): Individual work; exercises to be prepared before and during the session.

Case studies during class (linking polymers to their applications).

Faculty:
Benjamin Nottelet
Olivia Giani
Hélène Van Den Berghe